Dulce et Decorum Est
by Wilfred Owen
'Dulce et Decorum Est' Summary
Dulce et Decorum Est is a powerful anti-war poem by Wilfred Owen, written during World War I. It vividly depicts the horrors of trench warfare, particularly a gas attack. Owen's use of imagery and strong language conveys the physical and psychological trauma inflicted on soldiers, contrasting the idealized notion of war with the harsh realities of the battlefield. The poem is a stark reminder of the cost of conflict and the importance of understanding the human consequences of war.Book Details
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